Monsters of mythology

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Ladon

Retells the myth of Ladon, the enormous serpent used by Hera to try to destroy Hercules.

The dragon of Boeotia

1987
A fierce dragon plaguing a region of Greece comes into combat with the young prince, Cadmus of Phoenicia. The book's illustrations are famous works of art covering many centuries.

Geryon

1987
Recounts the classical myth about the triple-bodied monster who lost his life and herd of red oxen in a battle with Hercules.

Anteus

1988
Recounts the myth of the giant son of Mother Earth who, with his bodyguards, Gobi, Mordo, and Kell, battled Hercules.

The chimaera

1988
Young hero Bellerophon sets out to conquer the fire-breathing chimera and win the hand of Queen Anteia. The eighty-eight illustrations are all works of art covering several centuries.

Hecate

1988
Recounts the myth of the goddess of the underworld known for her witchcraft and black magic.

Medusa

1987
Recounts the story of the serpent-haired creature whose gaze turned people to stone, and the adventures of the hero who eventually vanquished her.

The sirens

1988
Describes the origins of the sirens, half-women, half-birds, who lured sailors to their deaths with their irresistible voices, and relates their encounter with Ulysses.

Scylla and Charybdis

1989
Describes the origins of the monsters who lived on either side of the Strait of Messina, wreaking havoc on sailors seeking passage.

Amycus

1989
Recounts the myth of Amycus, the brass-headed giant who was summoned by Athena to destroy all who challenged her authority.

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